Keep it brief review:
"Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is the latest entry in the modern apes trilogy. The film kicks off generations after the events of the previous films. Which was a great idea to bring in a fresh story and new characters. The film doesn't reinvent the wheel but maintains the series high quality aspects. Featuring industry leading special effects and motion capture performances. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes should thrill and entertain most audiences. A true blockbuster to kick off the summer movie season.
Positives: + Fantastic CGI and motion capture + great performances from cast + Sets up future films with some teases of future franchise direction
Negatives:
3.5 out of 5.
"Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" is the latest entry in the modern apes trilogy. The film kicks off generations after the events of the previous films. Which was a great idea to bring in a fresh story and new characters. The film doesn't reinvent the wheel but maintains the series high quality aspects. Featuring industry leading special effects and motion capture performances. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes should thrill and entertain most audiences. A true blockbuster to kick off the summer movie season.
Positives: + Fantastic CGI and motion capture + great performances from cast + Sets up future films with some teases of future franchise direction
Negatives:
- No need for this film to be almost 2.5 hrs long.
- Treads familiar territory, doesn't add much new to the trilogy with this film, however potential for a greater setup.
- Needs a bit more character development
- Villain not all that interesting
3.5 out of 5.
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